Watermelons and politics mix in Columbus column
The column critiques Columbus politics and melon marketing, noting High melon prices tied to quality, the Hinkle tenure and town tensions, and the need to protect melons from rot to ensure profits. It contrasts public demand for fair prices with concerns over enforcement and public sentiment.
Daugherty Critique Mirrors Political Fame and Fear
The piece attacks Attorney General Daugherty from Ohio for actions seen as unsteady amid national issues. It warns that reliance on power and intimidation erodes law and urges Columbus to remove the cause of recent attacks on authority. It also notes figures like Grover and Cliff Walker in a tense political climate.
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Columbus
Campaign finance reform for Senators and Representatives
The piece urges reducing campaign expenses through a constitutional amendment after the Newberry case. It argues the corrupt practices act was voided, and proposes limits of ten thousand dollars for the Senate and five thousand for the House, excluding travel and communications costs. It warns that without reform, buying a seat could undermine the republic.
Fragmentary note hints at war fraud probes and punishment
The readable text mentions a dying condition and quotes Mark Twain while noting government officials, an ongoing probe into war frauds, and an effort to punish the guilty. Details are unclear due to damage and fragmented OCR.
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Mark Twain
Voter Viewpoints on Governor Hardwick and Tax Policy
A letter argues for continued support of Governor Hardwick, praising his stance on public issues and credit protection while noting disagreements with Walker on income tax, railroad lease sales, and tax equity. It anticipates Walker's position on pensions and school funding and calls for a clear, constructive program from him.
Equality Before the Law Calls for Fearless Enforcement
A speaker asserts absolute equality before the law and urges fearless enforcement without fear or favor, challenging listeners to recognize shared legal rights and duties. The dialogue underscores principle of impartial justice across all persons.
Tariff Plan Prompts American Tax Debate
The article argues the Republican majority will push Fordney’s tariff bill, calling it a tax on American buyers and a boon to manufacturers. It warns foreign competition fears are unfounded and decries tariffs as a burden on the public, funded by taxpayers and benefiting a few billionaires.
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Congress
Fordiney
Milk purity and science drive a modern dairy exhibit
Under a composite name suggesting an exotic appeal, a dairy story highlights milk purity as a public responsibility. Science uses bacterial counts to ensure safety and diagnose herd health, with diseased animals culled while remaining herd members are isolated. Yates & Son promote an up-to-date plant with aerated, sterilized milk delivered by white-clad attendants, showcased at a Manufacturers Display to inform and attract customers.
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Messrs. Yates &Son
Sunday Meeting Led by Rev J W Reece in Dixie
Providence permitting Rev J W Reece of Dixie will fill his regular appointment next Sunday afternoon. Last Sunday had no Sunday school due to rain. The picnic drew a good crowd with plentiful dinner and lemonade. Mrs C E Glover and daughters from South Florida are visiting. Jacksonville visitors Mr and Mrs John McDonald saw Mrs McDonald Sr. last week. Untiqites attended a sing near Boston at Mr and Mrs A Parker’s home Friday. Mrs Rossie Glover of below Boston called on Mrs J A Duncan Friday. Mr and Mrs Beasley and family of Pidcock visited Mrs Beasley’s sister Mrs J F McDonald here last week.
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J. W. Reece
Dixie
C. E. Glover
Ethel
Hana
Cleater
Alma
Winnie Glover
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Columbus City Manager Leaves Before Cold Front Test
City officials confirm the Columbus manager departed ahead of a planned cooling policy change. The move avoids potential ongoing disputes and signals a shift in municipal operations. Local government entities pursue new leadership arrangements and future reform discussions.
Bond requirements for melon shipments and freight charges
The notice outlines that freight charges on melons must be prepaid and secured by a surety bond. Bond amounts scale by car count from under 26 cars up to 5001 cars and over, with a $10 per $1000 premium. Personal bonds are not accepted. reputable surety companies are required. Blank bond applications are available from the office or agents.
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Aera Tenans
Spring Hill Notes on Local Goings and Visits
Fragmented text from Spring Hill column mentions Setroak clone Petey and a home vacated before a course in Athens. References to Cucumber shipping prices low, visits by Mrs J W Wilson and Mrs Byron Singletarg ies Vela Caseells near Cairo with aunt H J Thompson, and Misses Treié Estelle Griffin Mae Rich visiting. Mentions Addilu Sasser and Meigs area.
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Gummer
Athens
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Cairo
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Sans
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Mae Rich
Family Notices Highlight Meadows Event in Grady County
Fragmentary text shows references to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Meadows and a visitor or relative connected to Grady county. Mentions of Iris, Mira, and Grittin appear as partial names. Details are unclear but indicate a family gathering or social notice in a local newspaper.
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Frine Pee
Sam Meadows
Grady
Itha
Meadows
Rotary Delegation Heads to National Convention
A party of twenty four Atlanta Rotarians travels to Los Angeles for the national Rotary convention to be held next week. They depart on a special train composed of Rotary members from Florida and Cuba and will be joined at Nagsville by six cars from Troy Tennessee and Alabama.
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Gai
F Angeles
Rotary
Florida
Cuba
Nagsville
Rotatians
Troy
Tennessee
Alabama
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